#1C1B22 Hex Color
Deep muted violet with moody undertones
This extremely dark, desaturated violet leans heavily into grey. Because it sits so close to black, it functions perfectly as a modern dark mode UI background. White text creates excellent readability against this shade, maintaining a 17.1:1 contrast ratio. Use the hex code #1c1b22 when you need a sophisticated, moody foundation that feels softer and more grounded than pure black.
Questions about #1c1b22
What is #1c1b22 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c1b22 is rgb(28, 27, 34), in HSL hsl(249, 11%, 12%) and in CMYK 18%, 21%, 0%, 87%.
Is #1c1b22 a better choice than pure black for UI design?
#1c1b22 is often preferred over pure black because its subtle violet undertones reduce eye strain while maintaining a high 17.1:1 contrast ratio against white text. It provides a more sophisticated, grounded depth that feels natural for long-form reading.
What colors pair best with #1c1b22 for a palette?
This dark violet works beautifully with muted pastels or sharp white to emphasize the depth of the background. For a balanced, professional scheme, try pairing it with soft sage accents or warm metallics to lift the overall visual temperature.
Is #1c1b22 readable on white or black?
#1c1b22 has a 17.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.22:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.